After years of training from my mother, I’m shocked I’ve waited until the last minute to buy Christmas gifts. This girl has been buuuuusy! But, you already know that since I’ve been so absent on the blog.

Well, hopefully this little hit list comes through for you in the clutch. Aggregated by one the best men I know, here is a list of things you can grab easily online. Noooo holiday traffic rage for you.

Harry’s Shaving Kits (I bought these for everyone) – $15 for the set. Much better quality than Gillete, much better looking, and refill blades are under $2, delivered to your door.

JayBird BlueBuds ($169) are supposedly THE BEST for working out. I’m getting a pair for myself :)

Every man appreciates good Bourbon, and Blanton’s is exceptional. Plus it comes in a beautiful bottle.

Herschel is all the rage in LA. Thankfully their designs are classic enough to fit any man’s personal style. Tons of colors to choose from. $79. Shop here.

I’ve been singing the praises of the Double Monkstrap for years! Get your man on board with this affordable pair. $299 at SuitSupply online.

Every year I do one looooong gift guide. This year, you’ll get five different lists based on MTM daily themes. Monday has been and will always be fitness. And who better to be the model of hot bod than my SOULCYCLE rider and HOT 8 yoga enthusiast Amanda. Here’s what I love about her lifestyle: she exercises once a day, eats right, works hard, and doesn’t overindulge. Hence her lovely backside :)

Now, there was a time when giving a gym membership was considered insulting. However, with the advent of our private studio addictions – whether it be SOULCYCLE, pilates, yoga, barre, etc – giving a pack of classes is the perfect gift.

Here are options for my favorite studios around that I know your peeps will love too.

Readers, it’s that time! Most of you should know the one very simple rule by now. Share this gift guide on your social platform and be entered to win one of four gift bags stuffed with my favorite goodies.For each platform you share on, you get an entry. Share AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT! If you add a gift with a link to purchase in the comments, you’ll get two entries. Easy enough?!

To enter, simply share something like this:

@MaryRambin just posted her #MTMgiftguide giveaway. LOVE some of her ideas and great products to win! http://ow.ly/rFLFy

SHARE TO ENTER BY 12 PM EST DEC 20, 2013

**Make sure to include the link and tag @MaryRambin #MTMgiftguide so I know to enter your name. Remember, you can post as many times as you want. Each post puts your name in the hat AGAIN!

There will be one grand prize winner (who will receive goodies below along with Sol Republic headphones and a Glow and Go Mask from January Labs), 2 runner up gift bags with all of the following products, and one goodie bag for a guy.

Unfortunately, over the years this has become a loaded question. If you buy a gym membership or gift card for someone, you believe you’re giving a thoughtful gift because you’re considering their well-being, financial situation, and what they like to do. Unless the later is not true, in which case you’re perceived as saying they need to get in shape. And even if they do, and have outwardly stated they WANT TO, you’re still the bad guy.

“Not so fast!” as Lee Corso would say.

Think about it as giving someone a massage or a day at the spa: you’re giving them something they usually wouldn’t splurge on for themselves. ”Exercise” can be the same way.

To give fitness as a true GIFT, in other words as a luxury and not as necessity, ask yourself these questions about your friend/family/signifigant other. We’ll call this person Alex to make things easier.

1. What kind of physical activaty does Alex like to do?

If Alex doesn’t go to the gym, there are probably more reasons other than time and money at play. If Alex actually enjoyed it, s/he’d figure out a way to go. So, what does Alex really like to do? Tennis, yoga, group activities, basketball, surfing, skiing, racquetball, weight training? Unfortunately I’m going to have to take golf out of this equation because it fails to get your heart rate up.

2. Where can Alex do this?

Find a private studio, instructor, or group that specializes in the activity. Tap into the luxury of the activity. So you purchase hours with a trainer, not just a gym membership. You get a package at a yoga, pilates, or spinning studio. Find a tennis pro near Alex’s home or office.

Now the gift is truly a treat!

If Alex wants to be active but he hates the gym, your thoughtful gift of an activity s/he actually enjoys doing can serve as the gateway to getting Alex back in action!

‘Tis the season of gift giving to those we love, work with, and barely know. (You know it’s true in some cases.) The thing is, we all want to extend the gesture of a gift to show that we care and appreciate someone, no matter to what degree, and we want the gift to be thoughtful, useful, and affordable. Following are several lists that will hopefully satisfy all three for the different people in your life. Some of the items might seem mundane, but you should know the QUALITY of the products makes them a standout gift the recipient will appreciate.

Here’s the giveaway:

Of course I want to give you guys a little something special for the holiday!

Tweet, Pin, or Post (on Facebook) this gift guide with this link http://ow.ly/fIajMand you will be entered to win a MTM Holiday Swag Bag which will include a few of my favorite products: SOL Republic headphones, Jouer makeup, Archipelago body products, and much more! (You’ll see some of the items featured below with a *.) Posting ends Dec 15. Make sure to tag your post on all platforms @MaryRambin so I’ll see it! You can get your name in the hat twice by offering your favorite gifts in the comments section below. Links to any products are greatly appreciated!

The other day I saw Sol Republic, the company who makes the headphones I love, promoting a giveaway for people who start a holiday wish list board and pin a pair of their headphones. This got me thinking that Pinterest would be a great place to store all of the things I’m considering for my MTM gift guide. So, follow the board here, and then I’ll post the official list with links in two weeks.

I also searched through my previous gift guides to find many of the gifts are timeless. I’ve put a link to the guides right there on the left hand menu so you can always access it easily. Click and search for some great ideas!